With Reflexologist Nuria Weaver
Home Remedy for Oral Allergy Syndrome
Oral allergy syndrome comes under a type of food allergy that causes allergic reaction in the mouth. The response may occur while consuming certain fresh fruits, vegetables and develops in adults who are suffering from hay fever. Unlike most of the food allergies the syndrome is limited to mouth, lips, throat and tongue.
Oral allergy syndrome or OAS is also known as pollen food allergy. It is allergic reaction which is caused by types of foods and pollens. OAS is type 1 allergy also referred to as "true allergy". The allergy occurs due to the protein found in pollens. The body response to these proteins by producing a chemical substance called histamines and IgE antibodies. The reaction occurs when the food ingested is mainly raw.
Oral Allergy Syndrome Symptoms
Some of the common symptoms or allergic reactions that develop after consuming a trigger food are given below:
- Itching or burning sensation in mouth, lips and ear canal.
- The reactions can also be triggered in eyes, skin and nose.
- Swelling of the tongue, lips and uvula
- A sensation of tightness in the throat can also be observed.
- In chronic case it may lead to anaphylaxis.
- If the allergens of the food are swallowed and not digested by the stomach acids then there are chances of histamines release in the gastrointestinal tracts and resulting in the following symptoms.
- vomiting
- diarrhea
- cramps
- severe indigestion
- In rare case it may result in
- Low blood pressure
- Wheezing
- hives
Causes for Oral allergy syndrome
Foods that are responsible for cross-allergic response and should be avoided are listed below:
- Alder pollens that includes almonds, apples, cherries, pears and peaches.
- Ragweed pollens are found in cucumbers, bananas, watermelon, cantaloupe, zucchini, dandelions, chamomile tea, Echinacea.
- Apricots, apples, almonds, chicory, kiwi fruits, potatoes, prunes, soy, strawberries, and wheat all come under birch pollen.
- Grass pollens are found in melons, tomatoes, oranges.
- Mugwort pollen like colery, peppers, carroys, fennel, celery, parsley and sunflower.
Oral Allergy Syndrome Test
To know whether a person is sensitive to the foods mentioned above, it is necessary to undergo a skin test that will determine the sensitivity is present or not. There is an accurate test called prick-prick test and is done by dipping a needle into a fresh food like vegetable or fruit. This is then pricked onto the person's skin to visualize if there is any reaction. There are other skin tests which are less accurate then the one mentioned above. This is because the protein that is responsible for the allergic reactions may be broken down during the process of making the testing materials.
There are some natural home remedies for oral allergy syndrome that are listed below:
Home remedies for oral allergy syndrome by peeling and cooking
- Peeling of vegetables and fruits reduces or eliminates the chances of allergic reaction.
- Only fresh fruits are responsible for allergic reaction therefore cooked, canned and processed food have less chance of causing any allergic reaction.
- Microwaving food to a temperature of 176-194 F degrees for a small duration will help treating oral allergy syndrome.
Home remedies for oral allergy syndrome using water and rose water
- Take 50 grams of rose water and squeeze a lemon in it. Mix the solution thoroughly and keep it in the mouth as long as possible and then throw it. These can be done three to for times a day.
- Collect some henna leaves and boil them in water for about 15 minutes. After straining you can use it to gargle.
Home remedies for oral allergy syndrome using turmeric and fennel seeds
- Half teaspoon of turmeric is added to warm water and gargle with it in the morning. This will help in providing an instant relief.
- Fennel seeds, if mixed with aniseed helps in soothing the tongue, remove bed breath and stimulate the salivary glands.
- Soak some aniseed, mint leaves and rosemary in water overnight, after straining you can use as a mouth wash. Mint helps in cooling and refreshing the mouth, while aniseed and rosemary helps in sweetening the breath and fighting the germs.
Home remedies for oral allergy syndrome, causing throat tightening
- Avoiding fatty food before bedtime and sleeping in upright position and placing the pillow on the back is an excellent remedy.
- Drinking plenty of water will reduce the tightening of the throat.
Home remedies for oral allergy syndrome using herbal tea and charcoal
- A simple green tea is made from ginger, mint, cinnamon and chamomile. A little honey should be added to tea and then should be taken.This is an effective remedy.
- Charcoal is a great remedy and a neutralizer for upset stomach; you can mix some activated charcoal into hot water and drink it.
Home remedies for oral allergy syndrome by relaxation.
- Yoga is a healing system of theory that has been practiced more than 5,000 years ago. The breathing exercises helps in soothing many respiratory problems.
- Exercises keep the body as well as the mind fit. Yoga and exercises helps improving stiffness, cramps and pain.
Home remedies for oral allergy syndrome are proving to be extremely effective with no side-effects as most of the ingredients involved are natural. Children and pregnant women needs extra care when they suffer from allergies. Therefore, you can use a number of safe options by following home remedies for managing the allergy symptoms.
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